St. Joseph’s Education Society

Average Annual Costs of Clergy Education
Deacons $112,000
Priests $85,000
Seminarians $620,000

ST. ELIZABETH DONOR ADVISED FUND (DAF) 

For our priests – Continuing education is vital for our priests to succeed in their ministry to serve the people of God’s Church.
Priests benefit from the St. Joseph's Education Society by using the funding to further their education into their graduate work. Additionally, many priests sharpen their ministerial skills by participating in conferences, convocations, language study, extended retreats, sabbaticals and many more.

For our deacons – Permanent deacons undertake comprehensive theological training to effectively impart God’s word.
Prior to ordination, deacon candidates undertake a five-year training program of class work and practicums to prepare them for ministry in the parish. The St. Joseph's Education Society provides financial support for their training.

Your contribution provides for the education of clergy solely within the Diocese of Sioux City! Your prayerful consideration of a gift will sustain this fund for future clergy!